Why can’t I leave my trash cans out?

The City’s municipal code requires its refuse haulers to retrieve your trash, recycling, and green waste containers directly from your concealed trash enclosure. All specified trash containers must be out of the public view at all times. The main reasoning for this is due to the vermin that are within the City and would create a huge mess along our streets if the cans were not within an enclosure.

What is the City’s real estate sign policy on size and color?

The City of Palos Verdes Estates does not enforce size and color regulations with respect to real estate signs. Please contact the Palos Verdes Homes Association, (310) 373-6721, so they can assist you with your questions.

I am having a yard sale this weekend. Do I need a permit and can I put signs up to advertise the sale?

You do not need a permit to conduct a yard sale. However, you may only place signs on your property where the sale is occurring. Yard sale signs must be placed a minimum of ten feet from the roadway or curb. (Banners are not allowed) No signs are allowed on public property or attached to telephone poles, trees or other existing signs. The best way to advertise a yard sale is through your local newspaper.

My neighbor’s dog barks at all hours both day and night. What can I do?

Animal complaints, including barking dogs, are handled by the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department. They can be reached at (310) 378-4211.

How do I report a Code Enforcement concern?

Please call (310) 378-0383.

They are building a new home behind my house and are working on Sunday. Is this allowed?

No. Permitted and approved construction activity is only allowed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday. On Saturday it is allowed between 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. No construction activity is allowed on Sunday.